The Perennial Plant Association selected Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' the 1996 Perennial Plant of the Year. It stands out thanks to its distinctive, dark foliage and graceful white blossoms, which makes it a favorite among landscapers and gardeners. Additionally, because of its resilience to different conditions and attraction to beneficial animals, it's a great choice for eco-friendly settings.
Plant Type |
Perennials |
Hardiness Zone |
3-8 |
Exposure |
Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Late Spring, Early Summer |
Height | 2' - 4' (ft) |
Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
Spacing |
18" (in) |
Water Needs |
Low, Average |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Plant of Merit, Semi-Evergreen, Showy |
Tolerance |
Clay Soil, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Salt |
Attracts |
Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens |
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ (Foxglove Beardtongue) | Beardtongue, Foxglove Beardtongue, Penstemon || The Perennial Plant Association selected Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' the 1996 Perennial Plant of the Year. It stands out thanks to its distinctive, dark foliage and graceful white blossoms, which makes it a favorite among landscapers and gardeners. Additionally, because of its resilience to different conditions and attraction to beneficial animals, it's a great choice for eco-friendly settings.
Full Sun,
Late Spring, Early Summer,
Low Water Needs, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained,
Plant of Merit, Semi-Evergreen, Showy,
Clay Soil Tolerant, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil Tolerant, Salt Tolerant,
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens